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Vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu

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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
Kwen Loft A-City Centre Imago Studio NearPool 4pax
Welcome to Kota kinabalu,Sabah! A comfortable get away from your everyday busy life. Our unit is just right above of the famous Imago shopping mall in Sabah KK within a walking distance, and we are surrounded by many delicious restaurant and exciting night life. - 15 minutes from airport - 10 minutes away from the Philippine/handicraft market -15 minutes away from Sutera habour. -10 minutes away from Sunday market - 10 minutes away from Waterfront. -15-20 minutes away from Mosque(City Mosque)
$34 per night
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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
2pax Imago Studio | Free Wi-Fi 1BR Superior Apartment at KK Times Square
We are located at heart of town Kota Kinabalu city centre, just right above Imago shopping centre. It just take 1 minutes walking distance to Imago Shopping Mall, there are a lot of choices of restaurants, convenient store, food stalls, drinks here. Besides that, you can easily get to the most popular places within 15minute like gaya street, Filipino Market, Jesselton Point with GRAB(transportation) or self driving. If you are driving, FREE Specific Parking will provide to our guest!
$36 per night
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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
2pax Imago Garden Studio 依玛歌亚庇时代广场一室高级公寓
We are located at heart of town Kota Kinabalu city centre, just right above Imago shopping centre. It just take 1 minutes walking distance to Imago Shopping Mall, there are a lot of choices of restaurants, convenient store, food stalls, drinks here. Besides that, you can easily get to the most popular places within 15minute like gaya street, Filipino Market, Jesselton Point with GRAB(transportation) or self driving. If you are driving, FREE Specific Parking will provide to our guest!
$40 per night
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Stay near Kota Kinabalu's top sights

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Jesselton Point58 locals recommend
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Tanjung Aru Beach74 locals recommend
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Oceanus Waterfront Mall51 locals recommend
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ITCC5 locals recommend
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Pasar Besar Kota Kinabalu13 locals recommend
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Filipino Market58 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu

Condo in Kota Kinabalu
Kwen Loft B-Lucky 7 City Centre Imago KK 2br 6pax
$47 per night
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Rental unit in Kota Kinabalu
KWEN Suites-Riverson NearImago 2BR InfiniteSeaview
$57 per night
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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
Imago The Loft Cozy Home Stay
$44 per night
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Loft in Kota Kinabalu
Imago Loft A Studio Unit @ C&R 依玛歌亚庇时代广场一室高级公寓
$33 per night
Rental unit in Kota Kinabalu
KWEN Suites - Riverson City Centre KK Studio 4pax
$32 per night
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Loft in Kota Kinabalu
Aeropod1.0 @Private Studio with Balcony near KKIA
$36 per night
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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
[Riverson Soho 1.0] Deluxe Executive suite/Imago
$62 per night
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Rental unit in KOTA KINABALU
Feel at home, simple style, quiet environment and sunset at dusk, make your holiday perfect
$49 per night
Condo in Kota Kinabalu
Homesuite'【AS27】|Aeropod|King|WiFi|Light Cooking
$36 per night
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Rental unit in Kota Kinabalu
Star suite #4 Imago The Loft
$40 per night
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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
NEW: Welcome to our forest.hom, 신규 : 사랑의 숲 집
$27 per night
Serviced apartment in Kota Kinabalu
Agrowth @ Aru Suites Oceanview 1
$53 per night
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Your guide to Kota Kinabalu

All About Kota Kinabalu

Featuring stunning islands set in cerulean waters, a bustling coastline, and Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in Malaysia, Kota Kinabalu is the capital city of the state of Sabah. Partly surrounded by rainforest, the town itself is home to vibrant markets, a modern boardwalk, and a waterfront mosque. Despite being a rapidly modernizing city, the past is preserved here through historical sites like the Petagas War Memorial Garden, which honors fallen resistors of Japanese occupation during WWII, and the Double Six Monument — a striking white arch that commemorates Sabah’s late Chief Minister. The city also houses several art galleries along with the Sabah Islamic Civilization Museum, where you’ll find intricate brass antiques under its five domes, and the Sabah State Museum, which is home to galleries focusing on archaeology and natural history. There are plenty of restaurants and bars offering a wide array of cuisines at the waterfront, where you can enjoy dinner with a spectacular view.

Just outside the city, you’ll find white-sand beaches leading to calm, clear water, hot springs where you can soak after a long day of hiking, and wetlands where you can take a river cruise through the mangrove forests. There are several unspoiled islands off Kota Kinabalu’s coast, and you can reach them by ferry or boat for a day of tranquil sunbathing and watersports.

Kota Kinabalu is also known as the gateway to Borneo, the third-largest island in the world that is almost entirely overrun by rainforest and features incredible biodiversity.


When is the best time to stay in a vacation rental in Kota Kinabalu?

Kota Kinabalu has great hiking trails and stunning beaches, making this city attractive all year round. Given its tropical location, the weather in Kota Kinabalu remains hot and humid all year, and there is a chance of rain at any time, so always be prepared with an umbrella and be sure to pack proper shoes.

If you are an experienced hiker and want to have a better chance of spotting orangutans out in the wild, you should book a trip between March and October. This period also offers clear weather, blooming flowers, and minimal rainfall, creating a beautiful atmosphere for outdoor recreation.

Alternatively, if you are hoping to spend your days on the beach, renting a house in Kota Kinabalu anytime between April and December is ideal. During this time, the waterfront comes alive, with art and music festivals and cultural programs happening along the coast. Sabah’s Harvest Festival runs for the whole month of May with rice wine and traditional dances.


What are the top things to do in Kota Kinabalu?

Mount Kinabalu

Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in Malaysia, stands over 13,000 feet tall at the center of Kinabalu National Park. A trek to the top of Mount Kinabalu is a two-day adventure with mountain accommodations along the way where you can stop for rest and food. From the summit, you’ll be rewarded for your efforts by exquisite views of the Sabah region.

Kinabalu Handicraft Market

Kinabalu’s Handicraft Market, located along the scenic waterfront, is a popular place to pick up handmade souvenirs and gifts. You’ll find signature items, such as sarongs, pearl jewelry, and traditional instruments like the sompoton alongside one-of-a-kind handmade gifts.

Tanjung Aru Beach

Between the peaceful pockets of Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Prince Philip Park in the south of town, this 1.3-mile expanse of coastline is fringed by aru and palm trees. Bring a frisbee and join the locals in the late afternoon sun or grab some satay at a street food stall and watch kites and blue-naped parrots zig zag across the sky.

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